Summary:
The 49128 zip code is home to two schools, River Valley MiddleHigh School and River Valley Elementary School, both part of the River Valley School District. While the elementary school shows relatively strong performance in English Language Arts, the middle and high school struggle with lower graduation rates and higher dropout rates compared to state averages. Both schools face challenges with high rates of chronic absenteeism.
River Valley Elementary School stands out for its above-average proficiency in English Language Arts assessments for grades 3-5, outperforming the state. However, the school underperforms in math, particularly in 5th grade. In contrast, River Valley MiddleHigh School underperforms the state average across most subject areas and grade levels, with particularly low math proficiency rates.
Both schools have high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges in the community. The elementary school spends more per student than the high school, and has a lower student-teacher ratio, which may contribute to its relatively stronger academic performance. However, the district as a whole is ranked 304 out of 613 in Michigan and has a 3-star rating, suggesting room for improvement across the system.
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